Deep-water coral bank threatened
Florida’s deep coral reef, protected in ‘80s, faces prospect of destructive shrimp trawling once again
Oceans
Home to diverse wildlife from the smallest krill to the biggest whale, our country’s oceans — and the ecosystems they support — are worth preserving for future generations.
The Latest on Oceans
Statement: State releases report showing California’s marine protected area network benefits ocean life
We’re thrilled that California’s central coast may get a new marine sanctuary
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Federal protections could help save sunflower sea stars
Offshore drilling and climate action don’t mix
Biden cancels three offshore drilling lease sales
Featured Resources
Un recorrido fotográfico por las áreas marinas protegidas de California
A photographic tour of California’s marine protected areas
New Life for the Ocean
Reducing plastic waste in the states
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In a victory for marine life, climate, Biden administration cancels three oil leases in ocean waters
WASHINGTON – Taking action to protect ocean wildlife and U.S. coasts, the Biden administration on Wednesday ditched plans for three offshore oil and gas lease sales.
U.S. District Court judge revokes historic oil and gas leases in the Gulf
This could be the beginning of the end of offshore drilling
Protecting America’s beautiful seascapes and wild ocean life
The rest of the nation should follow the state of California’s lead in taking bold action to protect ocean places.
A critical tool for beautiful oceans
The Biden administration should give future generations the opportunity to appreciate our amazing ocean for years to come
Scientists and academics support new sanctuary along the California coast
“Public comments from marine experts offer a clear message: Protections work and are the right thing to do to safeguard vital biodiversity,” said Environment California Research & Policy Center Oceans Associate Meghan Hurley.